Annual Beach Blast 5k
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Albemarle, North Carolina
$39.25 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for the 20th Annual Beach Blast 5K, set to take place on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, in the picturesque Albemarle, Stanly. This exciting race has a rich history, having started back in 2004 when a group of passionate runners came together to create an unforgettable event. Over the years, the Beach Blast 5K has become a beloved tradition, combining a fantastic course with a fun atmosphere and an array of enticing post-race goodies.
Participants can look forward to a super soft premium shirt and a stunning medal this year, along with awards for the top three finishers in each age category. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this 5K promises to be both challenging and enjoyable. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and the thrill of crossing the finish line!
Participants can look forward to a super soft premium shirt and a stunning medal this year, along with awards for the top three finishers in each age category. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this 5K promises to be both challenging and enjoyable. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and the thrill of crossing the finish line!
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Races
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Annual Beach Blast 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$39.25
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Virtual Beach Blast 5k
VirtualIncl. $4.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$39.25
Organiser's description
THE 20TH ANNUAL BEACH BLAST 5K!
THE BEGINNING -
BACK IN 2004, AT ONE OF THE THE FIRST MEETINGS OF THE NEWLY FORMED UWHARRIE RUNNING CLUB, PETER ASCIUTTO, DEREK BLALOCK, MATT GREENE, LEE ALLEN AND JOANNE RINKER MET AT THE FIREHOUSE CAFE IN DOWNTOWN ALBEMARLE AND PUT TOGETHER OUR PLAN FOR THE 1ST EVER BEACH BLAST 5K. WE ASKED OURSELVES "WHAT MAKES A GREAT RACE?"
OUR ANSWERS - A GREAT COURSE, AWESOME GOODY BAG WITH STUFF IN THEM, COOL T-SHIRTS, GREAT POST RACE SNACKS, AND AWARDS. 20-YEARS LATER, THOSE GOALS ARE STILL THE SAME.
OUR GOAL IS TO PUT ON A FIRST-CLASS RACE, THAT IS CHALLENGING AND FUN.
WE ARE UPGRADING TO A SUPER SOFT PREMIUM SHIRT AND MEDAL THIS YEAR!
Awards will be given to top 3 In each Age Category with a custom Tumber for 1st Overall Male and Female
0-14,15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
THE BEGINNING -
BACK IN 2004, AT ONE OF THE THE FIRST MEETINGS OF THE NEWLY FORMED UWHARRIE RUNNING CLUB, PETER ASCIUTTO, DEREK BLALOCK, MATT GREENE, LEE ALLEN AND JOANNE RINKER MET AT THE FIREHOUSE CAFE IN DOWNTOWN ALBEMARLE AND PUT TOGETHER OUR PLAN FOR THE 1ST EVER BEACH BLAST 5K. WE ASKED OURSELVES "WHAT MAKES A GREAT RACE?"
OUR ANSWERS - A GREAT COURSE, AWESOME GOODY BAG WITH STUFF IN THEM, COOL T-SHIRTS, GREAT POST RACE SNACKS, AND AWARDS. 20-YEARS LATER, THOSE GOALS ARE STILL THE SAME.
OUR GOAL IS TO PUT ON A FIRST-CLASS RACE, THAT IS CHALLENGING AND FUN.
WE ARE UPGRADING TO A SUPER SOFT PREMIUM SHIRT AND MEDAL THIS YEAR!
Awards will be given to top 3 In each Age Category with a custom Tumber for 1st Overall Male and Female
0-14,15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
Location
154 S. First Street, Albemarle, 28001, NC, United States
Annual Beach Blast 5k
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